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    Kabuki Japanese Restaurant

    3.4 (1k reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    An empty restaurant. Service is terrible .

    I was extremely disappointed with how this situation was handled by the manager, Ashley. We were on a limited lunch break and originally placed our food as a pickup order because we were short on time. Our food wasn't ready yet, and since we ended up having a few extra minutes, we asked if we could sit inside and planned to order additional rolls and drinks. The restaurant was completely empty, but Ashley told us that if we chose to sit down, we could only eat the additional food we ordered while dining in. We would NOT be allowed to eat any of the food from our pickup order at the table, even though it was all purchased from the exact same restaurant. When we questioned the reasoning, we were told it was because of tipping. That explanation was especially frustrating because we fully intended to order more food and drinks and would have tipped for good service. Instead, we chose not to order anything additional because we were being told we couldn't eat the Kabuki food we had already paid for while sitting at a Kabuki table in a completely empty restaurant. I understand restaurants having policies, but this felt unnecessarily rigid and lacked basic customer service and common sense. What could have easily resulted in us spending more money and tipping for dine-in service instead left us feeling unwelcome and disappointed.

    Lemon sake roll

    If I could do 10 billion stars I would. This place is so bomb and as a gluten free human I can ACTUALLY eat here and I could almost cry with how great the food is. My daughter is a picky eater and absolutely loves the food here. You gotta come and try all the things. The kyratini martini is also fiiiiiiire.

    Grace R.

    Dropped into Kabuki at The Collection in Ventura for a quick bite and lucked into happy hour -- got seated right away on a Saturday evening,. Ordered mostly rolls and a few appetizers. Honestly? Solid, reliable mid-tier mall sushi in a good way. Nothing mind-blowing or destination-worthy, but crispy where it should be crispy, fish was soft and fresh, not overly salty, and service was friendly and efficient. Shoutout to the rice being properly cooked -- sounds like a low bar, but a lot of places miss that, and it makes a difference. Overall: dependable spot when you want satisfying sushi and happy hour deals without overthinking it. Not extraordinary, but reliably good. Price was very reasonable.

    Arlene E.

    Mixed feelings on this place. I've been here 4 times and 2 times we had a bad experience. On the positive side, the entrees are delicious, the customer service is great, and everyone is very sweet. Some dishes are definitely better than others, but overall the food is solid and priced fairly compared to competitors. The reason for the lower rating is that on 2 separate occasions, not close together at all, my son got sick after eating sushi and on another visit my husband did as well. We didn't want to assume anything after the first time since we're big sushi fans, but after it happened again with my husband, we may need to take a break for now. That being said, I still encourage people to try it because the other experiences we've had were great.

    Spicy Seafood Udon Pasta
    Alan C.

    I have been here several times and the food is always good. However this time service was terrible as it took almost an hour to get our main course. The manager was super nice and made things right. Our server was very friendly but hardly checked in with us and my son's water ran out and was not refilled for more than 30 mins. Might give it one more try but not sure. The restaurant is comfortable with both tables and booths.

    Love Table
    Karen J.

    This wasn't my first time here, but I wanted to give it a few more visits before writing a fair and detailed review. I stopped by on Saturday for lunch right before happy hour. I was craving something fresh, and Kabuki happened to catch my eye. One thing I do appreciate is how quickly they seat you. We were seated immediately upon walking in. However, the table we were given wasn't really to my liking, so I asked if it was possible to move to a booth. The host mentioned she couldn't move us because it would give the waiter an extra table, which I didn't fully understand. I didn't push the issue and stayed at the original table. I do have to say, our waiter--unfortunately I didn't catch his name--was extremely sweet and attentive. He gave great recommendations and patiently answered all of our questions, which I really appreciated. As for the food, it honestly wasn't great. If you're looking for something quick and convenient, this place might work, but if you're looking for quality food, I wouldn't recommend it. We started with the clams, which were decent but a bit bland. We also ordered the shishito peppers and ended up leaving the entire plate--they were simply not good and very disappointing. For our main course, we ordered the Lover's Table, which includes teriyaki chicken, steak, beef ribs, two gyozas, two pieces of sushi, two pieces of tempura shrimp, and fried vegetables, along with complimentary soup and salad. Out of everything, the soup and salad were honestly the best parts of the meal. The steak, in particular, was not good. One positive note is that they do have a sushi bar if you're really into sushi. The music is kept at a low volume, which makes it easy to have a conversation. Overall, this just isn't a place I'd come back to.

    Salmon Arugula Salad
    Mabel R.

    Came here on the Saturday night after Christmas and it was busy. It seemed like they didn't have enough servers. We waited 45 minutes for a table. Got a $10 mocktail from the bar to help pass the time. Unfortunately, the floors were sticky and the bathroom was kinda gross. I had some toilet paper stick to my shoe yet didn't realize it until I returned to my table. We had a wonderful server I could tell he was doing his best. It did take a while for our food to come out though. The food is good here although the wait times suck and the ambiance is lacking. 2 orders of the edamame and drinks kept us sane. I got a small salad with my soup and that was tasty. Once my Tonkotsu ramen arrived, I devoured that and felt quite satisfied. Once seated, service is decent. It can be pricey, depending on what you order. Have been here several times with my mom and her girlfriends and our experiences have been mixed. Not sure I'd come back.

    Lotus on Fire Roll and Cilantro Albacore Roll
    Stevie L.

    Been going for years with the fam for special events (birthdays, holidays, etc.) Mother's Day 2026 was easily the best of all of them. Andrew made our time there super memorable and the food was top notch. Stop by, you won't regret it.

    Yellowtail roll
    Deena B.

    Came for happy hour on a Friday, it was poppin in the bar area but service was super quick and very efficient! HH is Monday through Friday til 6 pm. Fried gyoza was flavorful, yellowtail roll was fresh and tasty. Sapporo draft was $3 on HH. Great!!!!

    Erica G.

    Slower service . Only one server , Nate but he was wonderful! Not too too busy but since only a server or maybe two, it took awhile to get tended to. Happy Hour is where it's at! Loved all my rolls. My friend Laye Laye treated me for my birthday and even had them bring out a bday treat. So sweet and kind ! This spot is pretty modern and located at The Collection in Oxnard. I really like going to the Happy Hour here every so often. The reverse Happy Hour is also great .

    Philadelphia Roll
    Thomas K.

    Happy hour pricing is great. Good quality food at a great price. Nice ambiance. The only problem we had was a long wait + the server was always somewhere else. It gets quite busy here. If you have a lot of time and want to catch up with friends, its great. If you want a good meal and get out quick, be prepared to wait

    Friends eating sushi...!
    Gustavo R.

    Happy hour is very good... Service in Kabuki is good... Best ambiance......!!! 3;00pm - 6:00pm best happy hour in Collection....be there and enjoy

    Kimchi beef yakisoba noodles
    Iryna N.

    I like this Japanese restaurant. Besides great happy hour deals, the regular menu is also pretty decent. I love their creamy shrimp crab udon and my boyfriend liked the beef yakisoba, the only thing he said it is a bit too greasy. Service is always good here, never had any problems. Atmosphere is nice.

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    The food was really good and the service was great. Amazing miso soup and the salmon was amazing.

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    GOM Snow Desserts - Strawberry Bingsu and condensed milk on the side. How cute is the little bear!

    GOM Snow Desserts

    4.3(60 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    This was the perfect ending to dinner out at the collection and to help beat the heat. This…read moreparticular visit it was much cooler to sit outside with the ice cream. I'm not sure if the shop has a/c and it was not working or if they do not have a/c but was too hot to sit down inside with our ice cream. I've only had the Taiyaki (fish waffle with filling) at the shop in the Ventura Harbor so this was my first time trying a different shop's Taiyaki. The cashier took our order and our ice creams were ready within 7-8 minutes. I ordered an Ubechata Taiyaki with Oreo crumbs for my topping and Nutella as the filling inside of the Taiyaki. It was a great tasting ice cream and the Taiyaki was filled with ice cream and Nutella. So I felt like it was a good amount of ice cream. At $8.50 it felt like a good value. The other desserts looked delicious but the bowls servings looked larger and was $13+. This is a great addition to the Collection and is great if you are craving a Taiyaki but don't want to go to Ventura harbor.

    We had come during the heatwave around 6pm. Upon entrance I was immediately blasted by a wave of…read morewarm air. Apparently they do not have AC, so the fan was just blowing warm air. It probably would have been better to just turn the fan off. Since it was cooler outside we ended up taking it elsewhere to enjoy. Service was good. The bear theme was cute. I got the taro bingsu and my friend got the mango one. The snow was fluffy and both were good. Would be back to try other flavors.

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    Gotetsu - Kushiyaki and Sake House - Shishito peppers

    Gotetsu - Kushiyaki and Sake House

    4.5(456 reviews)
    5.9 mi
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    One of Ventura's Treasures worth the Hunt!! Gotetsu is hidden behind an unmarked storefront located…read morebetween a Design showroom and a Tattoo Studio. The Japanese style of grilling each item on a stick and coveted bar seating around the open kitchen squeezed into a narrow bustling space is truly authentic. If you're claustrophobic, walk through the interior dining area to the back patio for an open air experience. Food is ordered from an App so come with a full phone battery charge. You order each skewer and all other items and they are brought to your table as they come off the grill. We ordered a couple Japanese draft beers and the Spicy Garlic Edamame to start as we studied the revolving selection of skewers on the menu. Tip- keep that edamame plate because you're going to want to double dip with that leftover sauce. You choose your own adventure here and the quality of the food and preparation are outstanding. I think Sushi when I think Japanese food-- not here- it's Kushiyaki style ! There's no Sushi! We ordered One of many variations of filet mignon, ribeye and chicken skewers in order to taste our way through the menu. We kept ordering 2 at a time and sharing. The Unagi was a stand out for my husband and apparently is very popular. I felt that that the beef skewers were more flavorful than the chicken but all the proteins were grilled to perfection and very tender. The Fillet with onion sauce and the ribeye with yuzu were standouts to me. The servers are friendly and efficient. If you want the full experience, come early and snag a seat at the bar so you can watch the dinner theater. Here the focus is on the perfect bite! Tip: if you map it, you'll drive right by it. Look for the downtown Cafe Ficelle on Main across from Ventura HS and park. Then walk toward the Tattoo studio until you see an open door full of people and no visible signage. It truly is a Hidden Gem!

    Very disappointing experience…read more We placed our order and paid through the restaurant's QR code ordering system. After some time, the owner came to our table and told us that another customer's order had somehow been charged to my credit card. She said she would cancel the transaction and asked us to place the order again. Naturally, I was concerned and asked for an explanation of how another customer's order could be charged to my card. Unfortunately, she repeatedly said she didn't know and offered no explanation or reassurance. Her attitude was dismissive and surprisingly unconcerned about what could have been a serious payment system issue. Because I was uncomfortable with the situation and the lack of transparency, I decided to cancel my order and leave. She simply said "OK" and showed little interest in addressing my concerns. Whether this was a system error or not, customers deserve a clear explanation when their credit card is involved in an unexpected transaction. The poor customer service and lack of concern left a very negative impression. I would be extremely cautious about using a credit card here in the future.

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    Kuu Sushi - Tuna rolls

    Kuu Sushi

    4.4(254 reviews)
    3.2 mi
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    Wow! Yesterday was the first time my boyfriend and I dined in at Kuu Sushi. Previously, I had…read moreordered takeout / doordash 2x. Each time, the takeout was great. Fish was fresh and everything was packaged neatly. I didn't think it could get much better than that but was I wrong! We dined in yesterday to watch the game, sat at the sushi bar. We were seated promptly. All staff was kind and attentive. We ordered 4 rolls and spicy edamame. Each roll was delicious and what a difference it made it have the sauces added by the sushi chefs. We loved the spicy rolls. They even have kraft beer from Japan outside of Asahi and Sapporo. We had a great experience at Kuu and can't wait to return.

    I decided to come here with family after many people recommending this place. I'm not sure why. Not…read moreimpressed and I don't know what's the hype about this place. We went on a Saturday around 8 pm and it happened that they have happy hour. Not impressive either. It was 4 adults, 1 child and 1 baby in stroller . ONLY 4 adults ate. But somehow they charged 20% gratuity! What? Why? Because you're taking seats. Never heard of such a thing. Anyways this won't happen again as we won't be returning here Let's start since we got there. Saturday night at 8 pm. 2 of us for raw sushi and the other two don't like raw so they had Yakisoba and chicken teriyaki. So the sushi came first and we finished our food and the Yakisoba and chicken teriyaki is still not here. We had 4 different servers come asking for things and orders and one of them asked if we got the bill when we hadn't even gotten our food. Not to mention when we asked for straws. It was thrown on the table which is also unacceptable. Finally the hot food came and we decided we wanted more raw sushi and here comes another 25 minutes and still nothing. When the bill came and I saw we were charged for gratuity, I didn't like that because first of all, service was horrible, we didn't get to enjoy the meal together we kept looking to see if our food is coming. Then cherry on top, you would think the owner would try to make it better. No, it was even worse. Yea because you were taking seats. I said there is a kid in stroller and another kid who can't eat sushi. If you have kids, don't bring them because they'll charge you for the seat! The 2 stars is for the chaos roll and salmon sashimi. Everything else was NOT worth it Ridiculous and won't be returning

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    O-sabi Japanese Restaurant - Assorted sushi

    O-sabi Japanese Restaurant

    4.0(464 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    This is always a fun place to go for a fun show and delicious food. This is one of the better…read moreteppanyaki places I've been to. The chefs are fantastic at putting on a show! So far, my stats are 50/50 catching eggs in my mouth when they're flung toward me! Everyone gets a good laugh as they attempt to catch some, too! The other side of the restaurant is the sushi side, but I've never ordered sushi here (yet). You can also order sushi on the teppanyaki side, though. Once you order your meal, it also typically comes with soup, salad, and white or fried rice. I always have plenty to take home in a to-go container for another meal. My favorite is the teppanyaki chicken. I've also ordered the teppanyaki steak, but the meat was a little dry and not well seasoned. Prices are reasonable at $25-35 a plate, and you will get plenty of food. This is also a good place to take kids, as you can share your meal with them, and they will (hopefully) enjoy the show the chef puts on as he cooks. The group I arrived with included over 15 people, so the staff seated us at one large table. This is definitely a great place for enormous groups.

    Bonnie and I took her sister here for her birthday last Sunday and it was fantastic. Interior is…read morekept up well, it has a very cool vibe and what you would expect for a Japanese restaurant. There are multiple Teppan stations on one side of the restaurant and the other side is set up for sushi dining. We arrived 15 minutes before they opened and started seating. We were seated very promptly at 4:30 by a very friendly hostess. We were surprised to see the restaurant at least in the Tappan area full by 5 o'clock. That's always a good sign. You want to eat at a busy restaurant. The Teppanyaki menu has you choose your proteins, steak, chicken, shrimp, scallops, lobster, fish. Then It starts with soup, we ordered both the onion and the miso to try both. Our consensus was the miso was better. The miso must be traditional as that is what we have always been served at other Teppanese restaurants. Next is a little green salad with the house dressing. I swear the miso soup and the house salad seem to be the same in every Teppanese restaurant. Then the show begins. We all chose the upgrade to fried rice then the grilled vegetables each entre comes with three grilled shrimp. It's an appetizer. Always keep in mind with Teppanese they grill and put these things on your plate one at a time. Do not wait for everything to be cooked before starting or the rice and the vegetables are going to be cold by the time you get your protein. They brought the birthday girl a nice chocolate sundae with a candle and took a picture that they delivered to us. All in all a fantastic evening. Thank you to all the staff at O-sabi

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    Larsen's Grill - Chardonnay Soaked Cedar Plank Salmon

    Larsen's Grill

    4.0(948 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    •$$$

    Back for another visit for my Birthday this time. We were greeted promptly by the assistant general…read moremanager. He was very attentive and friendly during our whole visit. We were seated in the booths toward the back. The perfect table to enjoy the beauty of the restaurant. My husband enjoyed his margarita and black cherry non alcoholic drink. The California roll was great! Better than most sushi places. Ribs and tri tip- ribs were dry and the tri tip was chewy but the flavor was great. (Not my fave) Creamed spinach and mashed are yummy sides. The butter cake is to die for! Our friends at the bar were enjoying the Negronis as well. Service all around was fantastic!

    I was initially a bit skeptical about dining here because I had heard both positive and negative…read morereviews, and the last thing I wanted was a disappointing experience on our wedding anniversary. Fortunately, our experience exceeded expectations. First, the service from our waiter, Mathew, was outstanding. He was attentive, professional, and made us feel very welcome throughout the evening. We started with the California sushi roll appetizer, which was excellent. For our entrées, I ordered the steak, and my wife chose the tri-tip baby back ribs. Both dishes were prepared perfectly, and we were extremely satisfied with our meals. Mathew also recommended a red Pinot Noir that paired wonderfully with dinner. His recommendation was spot on. To top off the evening, the restaurant surprised us with a complimentary anniversary dessert, and it was absolutely amazing. The entire experience felt special, and everything came out perfectly. Overall, we had a fantastic anniversary dinner and would gladly return.

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